Tag: parenting
Overcoming the Anxiety That is Dining Out with a Baby
Babies require a lot of things. Because of this, the idea of going somewhere can seem daunting, especially when no matter how many things...
Why You Should Schedule a Quarterly Parents Day of Fun
Have you ever vacationed with a small child? If yes, then you probably already know that the word "vacation" should never be used to describe...
Why I’m standing with Colin Kaepernick
Recently, The San Francisco 49ers quarterback came out and stated that he would no longer stand for the national anthem during 49ers games. He...
Looking for an Adultier Adult
My daughter is heading off to college this month. This is, of course, affecting me in both an emotional and practical way. She and...
The Scariest 10 Seconds of My Life
It all happened in a matter of 10 seconds. Like so many unforgettable moments, it was over before I could even process what had...
Girls of the World: Let There Be No Room for Doubt
I struck out on my own in terms of business earlier this year. I had always done some design work on the side, but...
This Phase is Hard. Really Hard.
I have a 21-month-old who is somewhere between the baby phase and toddlerhood, and there are moments I feel like ripping my hair out.
Yesterday...
Dear New Parents: Sometimes, It Gets Harder. (The Craziness of Parenting...
My daughter, Lyra, was an "easy" newborn. We got the hang of breastfeeding within a couple weeks; she gained weight well; and she started...
The Magic and Madness of Age Seven
Our little girl Lauren recently wrapped up her kindergarten year with a bang: she lost one of her front teeth and moved into her...
When Dad Is Not the Default Parent: How He Still Made...
My husband is an incredible father and partner. He’s kind, patient, and one of the most intelligent people I know. He doesn’t raise his...
What Dads Don’t Say and What Moms Can Learn From Them
With Father's Day quickly approaching, I took some time to reflect on my personal experience with how differently my husband and I parent. Over the...
Raising an Introverted Child {in an Extroverted World}
Last summer, my sister-in-law graduated high school, and family and friends came from near and far to congratulate and celebrate with her. As the...
The Bad Day Blues: 10 Questions to Ask Before Giving Up
Parenting: It's not for the faint of heart. There are moments of pure joy, yes; and there are moments when you feel you cannot...
My 10 Favorite Perks of Apartment Living
When we found out we were expecting our son, we were in the process of moving out of our house and into an apartment....